Forceps, obstetric, general-purpose

Obstetric forceps are reusable, manually operated surgical instruments intended for grasping, holding or positioning to actively support or speed up the final stage of labour during obstetrical procedures , with two opposing jaws with handles available in different lengths, jaw shapes, jaw sizes, fenestration patterns, and handle designs . These devices are used to assist with difficult vaginal deliveries, head rotations, and breech births .